'LeGummies' are gummi-like candies made to look like LEGO toy bricks. This is accomplished by creating a silicone mold from actual toy LEGO bricks and filling it with a gelatin (Jell-o) concoction. After they sit for awhile, they achieve a candy consistency.
I like these mostly because they're pretty, but can you imagine trying to keep kids from playing with them? They'd be irresistible!
SFHandyman has posted the directions on the instructables website.
Implications - What crazy Jell-o LEGO creations would you create? Personally, I would just be so overjoyed to have edible LEGO that I'd probably just build a brick and scarf down the whole thing. Who needs to be creative when there's Jell-o involved?
DIY Edible LEGO
How to Create Your Own Brick-Shaped Candy Made of Jell-O
Trend Themes
1. Edible Toy Craze - The rise of DIY edible creations like the 'LeGummies' presents opportunities for unique edible toy products that appeal to both children and adults.
2. Food as a Play Thing - The concept of using food as a playful medium, such as creating LEGO-inspired candy, opens up possibilities for innovative food-based products and experiences.
3. Interactive Edible Designs - The combination of food and interactive design, as seen in the making of the 'LeGummies,' offers potential for new forms of edible art and entertainment.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The toy industry can explore the production of edible toy products that enhance the play experience and offer a unique twist to traditional toys.
2. Confectionery Industry - The confectionery industry can tap into the demand for DIY edible creations and develop innovative candy products that cater to the growing audience interested in food-based play.
3. Food and Beverage Industry - The food and beverage industry can experiment with incorporating interactive design into edible products, creating novel culinary experiences and engaging consumers in a unique way.